Serving 57 students in grades 2-12, Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in PR)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon's student population of 57 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon is 0.04, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
10:1
Hispanic
98%
100%
White
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon?
57 students attend Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon?
Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon offer ?
Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon part of?
Dr. Jose Padin Bayamon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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